TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom
Possible Cause(s)
Pump will not start
1. Tripped home electrical breaker
or run
2. GFCI tripped
3. Low line voltage
4. Defective motor
5. Impeller obstructed
6. Inlet screen clogged
Pump operates but
1. Impeller obstructed
delivers little or no
2. Obstructed piping
water
3. Discharge height exceeds capability
Model TP-160 – Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Corrective Action
1. Reset breaker
2. Check for damaged wiring or moisture
3. If voltage is under 108 volts, check wiring size
4. Replace pump
5. Remove base and impeller plate, check for debris; clean
6. Clean inlet screen
1. Remove base and impeller plate, check for debris; clean
2. Check for kinks, reposition hose or check for debris
3. Reposition pump to reduce discharge height
NOTES
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